1986 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Trooper.
Because 1986 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Trooper will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. 2011 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1986 Isuzu Trooper has manual transmission. 1986 Isuzu Trooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Trooper | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Trooper | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2639 mm |
